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Playa del Rey California Map

Explore Playa del Rey, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Playa del Rey, California

How to Use This Playa del Rey, California Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Playa del Rey, California. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of California or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Playa del Rey.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Playa del Rey
State	California (CA)
County	Los Angeles County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	33.948901
Longitude	-118.445633
Population	12,000
Density	1800.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	90293, 90296
Area Code	310, 424
County Seat	Los Angeles

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About Playa del Rey, California

Playa del Rey is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 12,000. The population density is 1800.0 people per km². Playa del Rey is located at 33.9489°N, 118.4456°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 90293, 90296.

Playa del Rey occupies a distinct stretch of land where the relentless pulse of the Pacific Ocean meets the quiet edges of a coastal enclave. It lies 2.6 miles northwest of El Segundo, CA (from El Segundo, CA: bearing 321°T), and is situated 9.9 miles northwest of Torrance.

Playa del Rey remains defined by its intimate relationship with the water, where the horizon often dissolves into a pale, salt-heavy haze. To the north, the terrain gently yields to the influence of Ballona Creek, which carves a path through the low-lying basin toward the sea. The nearby Del Rey Lagoon provides a sheltered sanctuary for local waterfowl, offering a calm counterpoint to the rhythmic churning of the surf. On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Santa Monica Mountains anchors the northern skyline, providing a rugged contrast to the flat, sandy expanse. Residents often gather at Trask Triangle Park, a modest green space that serves as a quiet center for the neighborhood. The air here carries a persistent, cooling moisture that clings to the skin, a signature of the proximity to the Pacific Ocean.

History in Playa del Rey is marked by a gradual evolution from a seaside resort destination into a refined residential enclave that maintains a careful, unpretentious distance from the surrounding urban sprawl. The local economy finds its stability in a blend of professional services and the proximity to major transit arteries that link the coast to the wider region. While industry once favored larger-scale coastal development, the current character of Playa del Rey leans toward a specialized, service-oriented commerce that caters to those who value the quiet of the shoreline. The legacy of its early days as a beachside escape lingers in the architecture and the lingering sense of isolation from the neighboring metropolis. Economic life here moves with the tide, influenced by the constant flow of people who commute through the nearby corridors. This balance preserves the neighborhood as a deliberate choice for those seeking a slower pace against the backdrop of a bustling regional economy.

Cultural character in Playa del Rey is defined by a deep-seated appreciation for the maritime environment and a relaxed, understated way of life. The residents of Playa del Rey value the privacy afforded by their position between the sand and the marshland, creating a culture that is inward-looking and protective of its peace. While the area does not host large-scale festivals, the local rhythm is punctuated by small, community-driven events that center on the natural beauty of the coastline. Notable figures such as the late, world-renowned comedian Phil Hartman once found the quietude of this locale an ideal refuge from the demands of public life. The atmosphere is one of profound stillness, where the daily cycle is dictated by the shifting light across the dunes rather than the frantic pace of nearby industrial centers. This cultural identity remains steadfast, honoring a lifestyle that prioritizes the sensory experience of the coast over the noise of modern spectacle.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Del Rey Lagoon Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 339° N
Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 349° N
Ballona Creek Trail and Bike Path (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 337° NW
Venice City Beach (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 331° NW
Ballona Lagoon Marine Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 336° NW
Santa Monica Bay (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 232° SW
Audubon warbler topiaries (Public Artwork) — 1.8 mi, 036° NE
Gathering Place (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 042° NE
Westchester Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 078° E
Urbanscape (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 042° NE
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 2.1 mi, 037° NE
Imperial Hill (Viewpoint) — 2.3 mi, 122° SE
Cinemark Playa Vista (Cinema) — 2.6 mi, 040° NE
Venice Canal Historic District (Attraction) — 2.7 mi, 334° NW
Old Town Music Hall (Theatre) — 2.7 mi, 143° SE
Beyond Baroque Literary/Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 3.0 mi, 345° N
Social and Public Art Resource Center (Arts Centre) — 3.0 mi, 346° N
Venice Japanese American Memorial Monument (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 352° N
Cinemark 18 & Xd (Cinema) — 3.7 mi, 057° NE
Moe Howard (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 055° NE
Leonard Nimoy (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 057° NE
Ten Women Gallery (Gallery) — 4.1 mi, 330° NW
California Heritage Museum (Museum) — 4.3 mi, 329° NW
Santa Monica Museum of Art (Museum) — 4.4 mi, 330° NW
Topanga State Park (State Park) — 8.2 mi, 335° NW
California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 10.6 mi, 167° S · 8,946 acres
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 10.9 mi, 009° N · 24k acres
Malibu Creek State Park (State Park) — 14.7 mi, 298° NW
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 23.4 mi, 013° N · 454k acres
Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 23.4 mi, 013° N · 662k acres

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